Employment Opportunities

Ovilla is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Offers of employment with the City of Ovilla are contingent upon results of a pre-employment controlled substance screening, criminal conviction history report and a driving record check.   
 
Resumes may be attached but will not serve as a substitute for an application.  All applications and attachments become the property of the City of Ovilla.  Applications may be downloaded from the City website, printed or obtained at the Ovilla Municipal Building, 105 S. Cockrell Hill Road, Ovilla, TX 75154.  For additional information regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources, 972-617-7262, or send an email to Pamela Woodall, City Secretary. 
 
The City of Ovilla is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, age or disability in hiring, conditions of employment or termination of employment.


PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 

Closing Date: Until filled


 Job Title:                 Director of Public Works
Benefits:                  Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/long term disability, TMRS at 7% 2-1 match, No SS,  13 paid holidays

Status:                         Exempt 
Pay Range:                  $59,000-$84,500

To plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities and operations of the Public Works Department including street maintenance and parks, assist with floodplain administration and construction of new water and wastewater collection systems; to coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.  Receives general administrative direction from the City Manager. Exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory and technical employees.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, DEGREES, CERTIFICATES, AND/OR LICENSES:

Education: Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in construction management, civil engineering or a related field.

 Experience/Knowledge: Ten years of increasingly responsible public works experience including four years of management and administrative responsibility.

1.           Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive public works program.
P            Principles and practices of general construction.
3.            Principles and practices of program development and administration.
4.            Methods and techniques of civil engineering.
5.            Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
6.            Recent developments, current literature and sources of information related to public infrastructure construction.
7.            Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
8.            Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
9.            Methods and techniques of report preparation.
10          Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

 Licenses:

TCEQ Class “II” Collection license, TCEQ “C” water distribution license.

 

Ability to:  

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs.
Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of subordinate employees. 
Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques. 
Operate modern office equipment including computers and software applications. 
Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations. 
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

 Complete Job Description


Job Title:                 Utility Maintenance Worker
Benefits:                 Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/long term disability, TMRS at 7% 2-1 match, No SS,  13 paid holidays 
Status:                     Non-exempt 
Pay Range:             $14.30/hour  -  $20.35/hour

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for performing manual labor with a wide variety of construction and maintenance work to include water, sewer, streets, parks, etc.

 

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

·         Assists with repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines, and streets;

·         Performs minor maintenance and service checks on equipment;

·         Operates mowers, and other types of light to heavy equipment;

·         Cleans and removes debris from streets, parks, drainage, ditches, City parks, and other areas;

·         Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

 Job/Driving Requirements:

·         Ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance;

·         This position requires a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License;

·         Must have a Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License or be able to obtain a Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of hiring;

 Physical Requirements:

·         Lifting up to 100 pounds;

·         Standing for extended periods of time.

 Work Hours:

·         8:00a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday;

·         On call one week a month;

·         At the Department’s discretion, the work location and workdays/hours may be subject to change.


 NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES 
 Closing Date: Until filled
Job Title:                 Code Enforcement - Part-time position
Benefits:                  N/A
Status:                      Non-exempt 
Pay Range:              $15.73/hour  -  $22.39/hour
The City of Ovilla is accepting applications for a Part-time Code Enforcement Officer.  The position will be required to work 12-20 hours per week. Weekend work required. The purpose of this position is to identify violations of state and local laws and codes, and to maintain and enhance property values.  Additionally, this position is to provide for the health and safety to the citizens of the City of Ovilla through the enforcement of City ordinances. 
Requirements:     
High School Diploma or equivalent
Physical activity of bending and lifting up to 100 pounds
Standing for extended periods
Required Licenses or Certificates:
Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver’s license
TX Certified Code  Enforcement Officer Certificate
Ability to pursue and obtain additional job-related and certification including septic system inspection training and State Plumbing Inspectors License. 
HOW AND WHERE TO FILE AN APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH OVILLA. 

Send completed applications or deliver to:
Pam Woodall, City Secretary 
105 S Cockrell Hill Rd 
Ovilla, TX 75154 
Or email completed application to pwoodall@cityofovilla.org. 

Applications may be downloaded from the City web site, www.cityofovilla.org  or is available at the Ovilla Municipal Building, 105 S. Cockrell Hill Road, Ovilla, TX 75154, between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm. Resumes may be attached but will not serve as a substitute for an application. All applications and attachments become the property of the City of Ovilla.

Final applicants for employment with the City of Ovilla are contingent upon results of a pre-employment controlled substance screening and a criminal background history report. 


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POLICE DEPARTMENT 


The Ovilla Police Department is currently accepting applications for a unpaid-reserve officer. Must be certified. 
An application and personal history statement must be completed and returned to: 
  Submit applications to:    

City of Ovilla 
105 S. Cockrell Hill Road
Ovilla, TX 75154
Attention: HR Department
FAX: 972.515.3221


FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Ovilla Fire Department continually accepts applications for fire fighter/paramedic. Final applicants for employment with the City of Ovilla are subject to drug testing and background check.